December weather forecast
Richmond Hill, Canada

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Weather in December

December concludes the year with the arrival of winter and a maximum temperature of 0.3°C (32.5°F). A significant increase in snowfall is noted with the accumulation reaching 118mm (4.65"). The weather in December in Richmond Hill brings back the beautiful white landscapes, ensuring a festive and cozy end to the year, full of holiday cheer and charm.

Temperature

Transition into December in Richmond Hill, Canada, marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 6.1°C (43°F) in November to a cold 0.3°C (32.5°F). The December nights show a slight decrease to a mean low-temperature of -4.3°C (24.3°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In Richmond Hill, in December, during 10.9 rainfall days, 48mm (1.89") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Richmond Hill, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.4 days and collects up to 696mm (27.4") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 13.7 days. Throughout December, 118mm (4.65") of snow is accumulated. In Richmond Hill, during the entire year, snow falls for 67.2 days and aggregates up to 637mm (25.08") of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Richmond Hill, Canada, is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:50 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: During December, 1 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Feb 5, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Richmond Hill in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Richmond Hill, is 0.3°C (32.5°F), while the low-temperature averages to -4.3°C (24.3°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Richmond Hill?

In December, the average relative humidity in Richmond Hill, Canada, is 84%.

How much does it rain in Richmond Hill in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout December, 48mm (1.89") of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Richmond Hill?

In Richmond Hill, in December, during 13.7 snowfall days, 118mm (4.65") of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Richmond Hill?

December has the shortest days of the year in Richmond Hill, Canada, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Richmond Hill?

The average day length in December in Richmond Hill, Canada, is 8h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Richmond Hill?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:50 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Richmond Hill have in December?

In Richmond Hill, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Richmond Hill?

The months with the lowest UV index in Richmond Hill are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Richmond Hill?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Richmond Hill is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Richmond Hill, Canada

Average temperature in December - Richmond Hill, Canada
  • Average high temperature in December: 0.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (24.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-3.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -4.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (16.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-8.8°C).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Richmond Hill, Canada
  • Average pressure in December: 1017.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1018.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1013.1mbar).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Richmond Hill, Canada
  • Average wind speed in December: 16.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (17.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (10.7km/h).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Richmond Hill, Canada
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Richmond Hill, Canada
  • Average rainfall in December: 48mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (72mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (41mm).

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Richmond Hill, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Richmond Hill, Canada
  • Average snowfall in December: 118mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (163mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Richmond Hill, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (16.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Richmond Hill, Canada

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Richmond Hill, Canada
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Richmond Hill, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.8 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Richmond Hill, Canada
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Richmond Hill, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Richmond Hill, Canada
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (8km).

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